Assembly Tech

Job Title: Assembly Tech
Location: Wilmington, MA
Duration: 6 months
Shift: 2nd Shift, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM EST
 
Role Overview
The Boston Development Center is our rapid prototyping and low-rate production facility where we take products from early prototype through pre-production builds, accelerating development through fast iteration and hands-on validation.
We are seeking skilled Electromechanical Build Technicians to execute build campaigns for products under development. In this role, you will assemble products, performing mechanical and electrical integration, preparing assemblies for end-of-line testing, and collaborating closely with design and manufacturing engineers. This is a hands-on role for builders who take pride in craftsmanship and thrive in a fast-paced environment where designs evolve rapidly.
 
Key Responsibilities
Build Campaign Execution

• Execute build campaigns for subassemblies and full system integration across multiple products.
• Perform mechanical and electrical assemblies.
• Complete final integration of subassemblies into full systems.
• Interpret engineering drawings, 3D CAD models, wiring schematics, and assembly work instructions to build products to design intent.
• Support the varying development builds and maintain quality and throughput targets.
• Track build progress against production schedule, flag parts shortages or design issues, and communicate status to production leadership.

Testing & Quality

• Prepare assemblies and subassemblies for end-of-line (EoL) functional testing and performance characterization.
• Prepare completed robot assemblies for system-level testing and safety validation.
• Perform in-process quality inspections during assembly: verify fit, alignment, torque specifications, electrical continuity, and connector seating.
• Conduct dimensional checks using hand tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, go/no-go gauges, torque wrenches).
• Document build deviations, non-conformances, and quality incidents per established procedures.
• Support firmware and software integration by verifying hardware readiness and cable/connector integrity prior to software loading.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate directly with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers throughout the build process.
• Provide design-for-assembly (DFA) feedback to engineering, identifying opportunities to simplify builds, reduce cycle time, or improve reliability.
• Work with production planners and material handlers to ensure parts kitting and staging support build schedules.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of assembly work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain organized workstations, tools, and build areas following 5S principles.
• Support multiple concurrent build programs as product lines evolve.
• Participate in build readiness reviews and after-action reviews to capture lessons learned.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical and/or electrical assembly of prototype or low-volume hardware products.
• Experience with precision mechanical & Electrical assembly.
• Familiarity with common assembly tools: torque wrenches (calibrated), crimpers, soldering irons, hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools.
• Ability to work in an engineering and production environment with build rate targets and quality standards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

 
Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in electromechanical technology, mechatronics, robotics, or related field.
• Proficiency reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and 3D CAD models.
• 5+ years of experience in robotics, aerospace, automotive, or consumer electronics prototyping/pre-production environments.
• Experience assembling actuator systems: motors, gearboxes, encoders, brakes, and related drive components.
• Experience assembling articulated multi-axis robotic systems or similar complex electromechanical products.
• Familiarity with GD&T and basic metrology tools; CMM or 3D scanner experience a plus.
• Experience working in low-rate initial production (LRIP) environments with ramp-up targets.
• Track record of working collaboratively with cross-functional engineering teams in a fast-paced development environment.

 
  

At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's pay range is $35.00/hr – $41.00/hr.